The bench trails are not actually nature trails, but they are still a great destination especially if you are looking for an easy but longer cycling route. You can reach the bench trail that runs north of Pyhäjoki all the way to the village of Pirttikoski. At the beginning of the trail, you can make a fire at a lean-to shelter and take a seat on the benches to observe the nature along the riverbank.
The Pirttikoski circuit is about 19 km long if you follow the North Branch bench trail to Pirttikoski, cross the river via the Kuusiniemi Bridge, and return via the South Branch bench trail. You can also choose a shorter route by following the Saari bench trail.

In Annala Park, there is a 13-hole disc golf course. Before heading to the course, you can warm up with two practice baskets.

The public swimming beach in Pyhäjoki is Pyhäluoto beach located in Etelänkylä. The sandy beach is also perfect children of all ages. The landscape of the swimming beach is dominated by magnificent cliffs that slide smoothly into the sea. The place is also popular with windsurfers and kite surfers.

Water quality is monitored throughout the summer. The beach has changing rooms, a dry toilet and waste disposal. Take care of your safety - the swimming area is unsupervised.

Pyhäjoki also has informal swimming spots on the riverside, on the seashore and in rock quarries.

Swimming spots by the sea
In Parhalahti, Kultaranta by Puustellintie, sandy beach
In Yppäri, the sandy beaches of Leto and Merimaja, Pylhy beach, Veteraanimaja beach.

Swimming spots on the river bank
In the center are the Kielosaari and Kittipuhto swimming spots and Hourunkoski beach on the north side of the river
At Pirttikoski Kuusiniemi's swimming spot next to the bridge

Swimming spots in rock quarries
Rautiperä swimming spot, open also in winter.
Yppäri Grekunperä swimming spot along Alavieskantie road.

Built in 1837, the Eteläkylän Isosilta bridge in Pyhäjoki is the oldest wooden strut-frame bridge still in use in Finland and a national road museum site.

The four-arch double-strut bridge stands on wedged stone supports and is 77.5 metres long and 5.8 metres wide. The bridge has been maintained and repaired multiple times but, according to a study conducted in 1987, the load-bearing structures of the bridge still held some of the original timber. The local Centre for Economic Development, Transport and the Environment initiated a full renovation of the bridge in 2018. The renovations will be conducted with due consideration to the old structural models and work methods, and the Finnish Heritage Agency has provided instructions for the work. In fact, a pleasant smell of tar wafts in the area surrounding the bridge.

Since the deck of the bridge is made of wood, it has been slippery when wet. It is said that a lorry carrying people on their way to a dance once veered off the bridge as a result. Apparently no one was hurt, however, as everyone managed to hop off the lorry bed in time. According to another story, some prison escapees burst through railing during a chase.

Welcome to Arctic Coast Mushing Center, located in Pyhäjoki, just off the coast of the Baltic Sea. At Arctic Coast Mushing Center you meet Siberian Huskies, Greenland Dogs and Yakutian Laikas – all primal arctic sled dog breeds. We have around 70 dogs of all ages.
First, we get familiar with the dogs. Arctic sled dogs are herd animals and need the company of their kins to feel well and thrive. But what does a musher do? Mushing is driving a sled pulled by a team of sled dogs, but there is so much more to being a musher. Mushers care for their dogs by feeding, loving, exercising, and entertaining them. Sounds like a fun life, huh? You get to try out and participate in the daily activities of the farm together with the musher.
During the day you get to know the dogs and maybe even find a favorite amongst them. We enjoy a lunch and some hot beverages at the farm in between the chores. A true highlight of the day is the 10 km ride by sled or kart, for the dogs the exercise, for you the mushing!

Price 250 eur / adult - 125 eur / child 2-12 years.
Price does not include transfer to / from Arctic Coast Mushing Center

You can admire the Hourunkoski rapids and the river current at Koskipuisto, south of Pyhäjoki river’s northern tributary. Coming from the south side (Niskantie), park’s routes are accessible for persons with reduced mobility as well.

You can access the opposite shore via the Koskikuja street. There is a Lapp-style hut and fireplace on the shore.

Welcome to Arctic Coast Mushing Center, located in Pyhäjoki, just off the coast of the Baltic Sea. You are greeted by the mushers and the enthusiastic arctic sled dogs. At the farm you get to meet several kinds of arctic sled dogs: Siberian Huskies, Greenland Dogs and Yakutian Laikas.
Today you get to experience what riding in a sledge or kart pulled by a team of huskies is like. The mushers ask you to take a seat and admire the nature while they take you on a tour in the forest. The dogs might be barking impatiently before the take-off, but as they get to do what they love, they work in silence.
After the tour you will have time to cuddle with your new furry friends before it is time to leave the farm.

Price 100 eur / adult - 50 eur / child 2-12 years
Prices do not include transfers to / from Arctic Coast Mushing Center